Comparison

Ruler ++ vs Smart Level & AR Ruler

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Ruler ++

This app allows you to measure lengths accurately in both inches and centimeters. It provides a simple and straightforward tool for quick measurements.

Highlights
  • Measure in inches
  • Measure in centimeters
  • Accurate length measurement
  • Simple interface
Features
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Measure length in inches and cm.

About

Smart Level & AR Ruler

Transform your iPhone into a versatile digital toolbox with advanced AR and AI. Measure length, area, height, and distance with precision, or utilize tools like a protractor, level, and unit converter. This app offers a comprehensive suite of utilities for various tasks.

Highlights
  • Length, Area, Height, Distance Measurement
  • Protractor and Unit Conversion
  • Level and Light Sensor
  • Scientific Calculator
  • Magnifying Glass and Compass
  • Flashlight
Features
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Put your tools in your pocket! An iPhone can help you complete various complex scenes! Best of all, there are no limits! Users in more than 20 countries and regions around the world use our measurement tools to get their work done. Tools and features include: • Length measurement • Area measurement • Height measurement • Distance measurement • Protractor • Unit conversion • Level • Light sensor • Screen calibration • Decibel meter • Scientific computers • Magnifying glass • Compass • Flashlight • More exciting Measure any object with precision. Advanced AI and computer vision technologies turn your iPhone into a portable digital toolbox. Notice: If you subscribe through Apple, payment will be charged to your App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The cost of renewal will be charged to your account at the price of the chosen plan within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. Subscriptions and auto-renewal can be managed by going to your App Store Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/privacypolicy-tool Terms: https://sites.google.com/view/terms-tool

Screenshots

Ruler ++1 screens
Smart Level & AR Ruler4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Smart Level & AR Ruler at 83% against Ruler ++'s 15%. Smart Level & AR Ruler also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months). Ruler ++'s advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Ruler ++ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart Level & AR Ruler sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smart Level & AR Ruler holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 954 and 485 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of Ruler ++'s written reviews are positive against 83% of Smart Level & AR Ruler's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ruler ++ ships an update every 5 months, Smart Level & AR Ruler every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Ruler ++ versus Smart Level & AR Ruler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRuler ++Smart Level & AR Ruler
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (954 ratings)4.7 (485 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.9% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings954 — better485
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB43 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperFapps World et Cie S.E.C.S.卓 张

Customer experience

Ruler ++

All ratings934 ratings
Positive61.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative33.8%
Written reviews828 reviews
Positive14.9%
Neutral3.9%
Negative81.3%

Smart Level & AR Ruler

All ratings485 ratings
Positive91.8%
Neutral2.9%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Bugs and requests

Ruler ++

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Ruler markings are incorrect
  • Ruler not displaying full length on screen
  • Incompatible with newer iPhone models

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add ability to calibrate ruler for different devices
  • Improve accuracy of measurements
  • Reduce or remove ads

Smart Level & AR Ruler

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ruler ++

One-time1
  • Advertisement-free upgrade$0.99
4 purchases

Smart Level & AR Ruler

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • VIP - Week3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • VIP - Year3 Days trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Ruler ++ free?
Ruler ++ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Level & AR Ruler free?
Smart Level & AR Ruler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ruler ++ or Smart Level & AR Ruler?
Smart Level & AR Ruler is rated higher. Ruler ++ averages 3.5 out of 5 from 954 ratings, while Smart Level & AR Ruler averages 4.7 from 485 ratings.
Do Ruler ++ or Smart Level & AR Ruler have ads?
Neither Ruler ++ nor Smart Level & AR Ruler shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ruler ++ or Smart Level & AR Ruler?
Ruler ++ ships an update every 5 months, and Smart Level & AR Ruler every 2 weeks. Most recently, Ruler ++ was updated on November 10, 2026 and Smart Level & AR Ruler on November 8, 2026.

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